As always, before I embark on a trip I like to read several books - some fiction, some non-fiction, that help me begin to understand the country and culture I am about to enter. Here's a couple of recent reads that I highly recommend: Ganesh, the Remover of Obstacles by Sujoya Roy and Sister of My Heart by Chitra Divkaruni. Both are fiction but give real insight into the culture of India - especially the culture of women. An enlightening book of poetry is - Words Under the Words by Naomi S. Nye. (who is actually from Palestine not India)
Now I've begun a more serious read : National Geographic's History of Religion that starts with Hinduism, the world's oldest religion. It's big, heavy (literally and figuratively) and an awesome read. Report to follow.
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- Norm and Nancy
- Retired nurse practitioner living each moment as if it were her last one....because each one very well may be!
1 comment:
Very heavy indeed. Talking of India reminds me of comments I've heard from visitors here remarking on the vastness. India is vast, with a much denser population and more cultural diversity. Hope your study books deal with the areas you'll be visiting specifically.
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